With Christmas right around the corner, you might want to check the list of what stores are open (and closed) twice
NEW YORK — With Christmas right around the corner, you might want to check the list of what stores are open (and closed) twice.
From retail to grocery chains, many companies across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day — while others opt to cut back hours. But there's also a handful of businesses that stay open on the holiday.
Before you run out the door this Christmas — whether it's to buy last-minute gifts or simply get out of the house — it's wise to double-check operating hours, which can range by location. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules for spots in your neighborhood online.
Here's a rundown of how major chains are operating this Christmas Day.
Walmart will be closed on Christmas Day — and reopen at 6 a.m. Dec. 26.
Most Target stores will be closed on Christmas and reopen at 7 a.m. Dec. 26. You can check location hours here.
All Costco warehouses in the U.S. are closed on Christmas Day.
Many CVS Pharmacy locations will operate with normal hours on Christmas, but some non-24 locations may be closed or have reduced hours. Customers are encouraged to call ahead or double-check local hours online.
Most Walgreens stores will have adjusted hours of 9am-5pm on Christmas Day. All 24-hour locations will continue to remain open. You can double-check local hours here.
Many Starbucks locations will be open on Christmas, but hours can vary — with the company noting that “stores may occasionally adjust their hours based on business and customer needs” throughout the holiday season. It's best to check ahead online.
Most McDonald’s locations
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